DRYERS
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OWNER’S MANUAL
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 Options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7 Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8 Loading and Using . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9
CARE AND CLEANING . . . . . . . . . . 10
GFDL110 GFDN110 GFDN120 GFDS140 GFDS150
Venting. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 Connecting Inlet Hoses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12 Reversing the Door Swing . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 Stacking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
TROUBLESHOOTING TIPS. . . . . . 21 CONSUMER SUPPORT
Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26 Consumer Support . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
Write the model and serial numbers here: Model # _________________ Serial # _________________ They are on the label on the front of the dryer behind the door.
234D2113P001
49-90497-3 04-16 GEA
IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION. READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING. This is the safety alert symbol. This symbol alerts you to potential hazards that can kill you or hurt you and others. All safety messages will follow the safety alert symbol and the word “DANGER”, “WARNING”, or “CAUTION”. These words are defined as:
DANGER
Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury.
WARNING
Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury.
CAUTION
Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in minor or moderate injury.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS To reduce the risk of fire, explosion, electric shock, or injury to persons when using your appliance, follow basic precautions, including the following: Read all instructions before using the appliance. DO NOT dry articles that have been previously cleaned in, washed in, soaked in or spotted with gasoline, dry-cleaning solvents, or other flammable or explosive substances, as they give off vapors that could ignite or explode. DO NOT allow children to play on or in this appliance. Close supervision of children is necessary when this appliance is used near children. Before the appliance is removed from service or discarded, remove the door to the drying compartment. DO NOT reach into the appliance if the drum is moving. DO NOT install or store this appliance where it will be exposed to the weather. DO NOT tamper with controls, repair or replace any part of this appliance or attempt any servicing unless specifically recommended in the user maintenance instructions or in published user repair instructions that you understand and have the skills to carry out. DO NOT use fabric softeners or products to eliminate static unless recommended by the manufacturer of the fabric softener or product. DO NOT use heat to dry articles containing foam rubber or similarly textured rubber-like materials. Clean lint screen before or after each load. DO NOT operate the dryer without the lint filter in place. Do not store combustible materials, gasoline or other flammable liquids near the dryer. Keep area around the exhaust opening and adjacent surrounding areas free from the accumulation of lint, dust and dirt. Keep dryer area clear and free from items that would obstruct the flow of combustion and ventilation air. The interior of the appliance and exhaust duct should be cleaned periodically by qualified service personnel. DO NOT place items exposed to cooking oils in your dryer. Items contaminated with cooking oils may contribute to a chemical reaction that could cause a load to catch fire. Keep the floor around your appliances clean and dry to reduce the possibility of slipping. Unplug the appliance or turn off the circuit breaker before servicing. Pressing the Power or Start/Pause button DOES NOT disconnect power. DO NOT operate this appliance if it is damaged, malfunctioning, partially disassembled, or has missing or broken parts, including a damaged cord or plug. DO NOT spray any type of aerosol into, on or near dryer at any time. Do not use any type of spray cleaner when cleaning dryer interior. Hazardous fumes or electrical shock could occur. See “Electrical Connection” located in the Installation Instructions for grounding instructions.
WARNING
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ADDITIONAL GAS DRYER WARNINGS WARNING
For your safety, the information in this manual must be followed to minimize the risk of fire or explosion or to prevent damage, personal injury, or death.
- DO NOT store or use gasoline or other flammable vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this or any other appliance. - WHAT TO DO IF YOU SMELL GAS: • DO NOT try to light any appliance. • DO NOT touch any electrical switch; DO NOT use any phone in your building. • Clear the room, building, or area of any occupants. • Immediately call your gas supplier from a neighbor’s phone. Follow the gas supplier’s instructions. • If you cannot reach your gas supplier, call the fire department. - Installation and service must be performed by a qualified installer, service agency, or the gas supplier.
State of California Proposition 65 Warnings: WARNING
This product contains one or more chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects, or other reproductive harm.
Gas appliances can cause low-level exposure to some of these substances, including benzene, carbon monoxide, formaldehyde and soot, caused primarily by the incomplete combustion of natural gas or LP fuels. Exposure to these substances can be minimized by properly venting the dryer to the outdoors.
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About the dryer control panel.
WARNING!
To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury to persons, read the IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS before operating this appliance.
WARNING
WARNING Fire Hazard No washer can completely remove oil. Do not dry anything that has ever had any type of oil on it (including cooking oils). Items containing foam, rubber, or plastic must be dried on a clothesline or by using an air dry cycle. Failure to follow these instructions can result in death or fire.
Explosion Hazard Keep flammable materials and vapors, such as gasoline, away from dryer. DO NOT dry anything that has ever had anything flammable on it (even after washing). Failure to do so can result in death, explosion, or fire.
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1 Power
Press to “wake up” the display. If the display is active, press to put the dryer in the standby mode. NOTE: Pressing Power does not disconnect the appliance from the power supply.
2 Dry Cycles
The dry cycle controls the length and tumble speed of the drying process. The chart below will help you match the dry setting with the loads.
Sensor Cycles Normal Mixed Load Cottons Bulky Bedding (on some models) Easy Care (on some models) Delicates Speed Dry
Time Dry Cycles Warm Up (on some models) Air Fluff/No Heat DeWrinkle/Full Loads (on some models) Steam DeWrinkle/ Full Loads (on some models)
My Cycle My Cycle (on some models)
Description For loads consisting of cottons and poly-blends. For cottons and most linens. For large coats, bed spreads, mattress covers, sleeping bags and similar large and bulky items. Large items such as blankets, comforters, jackets and small rugs. For wrinkle-free and permanent press items. For lingerie and special-care fabrics. For small loads that are needed in a hurry, such as sports or school uniforms. Can also be used if the previous cycle left some items damp, such as collars or waistbands.
Description Provides 10 minutes of warming time to warm up clothes. Use this feature to tumble items without heat. For removing wrinkles from items that are dry or slightly damp. This cycle is not recommended for delicate fabrics. For slightly wrinkled dry garments. Significantly reduces wrinkles on garments. After this cycle, the unit will beep and display “0:00.” If the unit is not turned off or if the door is not opened, the dryer will continue to tumble for 30 minutes. At the end of 30 minutes, it will display “0:00” and the cycle will be complete. Note: A single extremely light fabric item may need to have an additional item included in the cycle to achieve optimum results.
Description Press to use, create or modify custom dry cycles. (See the My Cycle section for more details.)
3 Time Dry
Use to set your own dry time. Time Dry is also recommended for small loads To use Time Dry: 1. Turn dry cycle dial to Time Dry. 2. Increase the drying time by pressing the Time Dry button. Note: This button only increases the time. When max time is reached, pressing the button again will reset the counter to the lowest setting. 3. Select the Temp. 4. Close the door. 5. Press Start
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About the dryer control panel. 4
Sensor Dry “Level”
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Dry “Temp”
The sensor continuously monitors the amount of moisture in the load. When the moisture in your clothes reaches your selected dry level, the dryer will stop. Note: Sensor dry “Level” only works for Normal Mixed Load, Cottons, Bulky Bedding, Easy Care, Delicates, and Speed Dry. You can change the temperature of your dry cycle.
High Medium Low Extra Low
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Start
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My Cycle
For regular to heavy cottons. For synthetics, blends and items labeled permanent press. For delicates, synthetics and items labeled Tumble Dry Low. For lingerie and special-care fabrics.
Press to start a dry cycle. If the dryer is running, press it once and it will pause the dryer. Press it again to resume the dry cycle. Set up your favorite combination of settings and save them here for one touch recall. These custom settings can be set while a cycle is in progress. To store a My Cycle combination of settings: 1. Select your drying cycle. 2. Change DRY “Temp”, and SENSOR DRY “Level” settings to fit your needs. 3. Select any drying OPTIONS you want. 4. Press and hold the My Cycle pad for three seconds to store your selection. A beep will sound and the pad light will light up. To recall your stored My Cycle combination: Press the My Cycle button before drying a load. To change your stored My Cycle combination: Follow steps 1–4 in “To store a My Cycle combination of settings”.
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“CLEAN LINT FILTER” (message)
(This message represents only a reminder and does not always appear when filter needs cleaning. The filter should be cleaned after every drying cycle is complete.) This message will disappear after the Start button is pressed. Even though you may have already cleaned the filter (before or after the Power button has been pressed), the “CLEAN LINT FILTER” message will still be displayed until the Start button is activated.
About cycle options. NOTE: Not all features are available on all dryer models.
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Extended Tumble Minimizes wrinkles by adding approximately 60 minutes of no-heat tumbling after clothes are dry. The beeper will sound every two minutes as a reminder to remove the clothes. The ESTIMATED TIME REMAINING display will show 0:00.
The extended tumble time does not get added to the cycle time on the display
Delay Dry (on some models) Use to delay the start of your dryer. 1. Choose your dry cycle and any options. 2. Press Delay Dry. You can increase the delay time in 1 hour increments using the Delay Dry button.
NOTES: If the door is opened while the dryer is in Delay Dry, the countdown time will not restart unless the door is closed and Start has been pressed again.
3. Press the Start pad to start the countdown.
e-DRY Reduces the total energy consumption of specific dryer cycles by adjusting certain heat settings.
This feature can be used with Delicates, Easy Care, Normal Mixed Loads and Cottons.
Note: Cycle times will change when e-DRY is selected.
Signal Alerts you that the cycle is complete. The beeper will continue to sound every minute for the next 5 minutes, until the clothes have been removed. The clothes should be removed when the beeper goes off so wrinkles don’t set in.
Press Signal to select low, medium or high volume, or to turn the beeper off.
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About cycle options. NOTE: Not all features are available on all dryer models. Lock You can lock the controls to prevent any selections from being made. You can also lock the controls after you have started a cycle.
To lock the dryer, press and hold the lock icon for 3 seconds. To unlock the dryer, press and hold the lock icon for 3 seconds.
Children cannot accidentally start the dryer by touching pads with this option selected.
The Lock icon next to the timer will light up when the controls are locked.
Estimated Time Remaining Displays the approximate time remaining until the end of the cycle. As the cycle begins, you will see an initial approximate total cycle time in the display. Then lights will “race” in the display. This means the dryer is continuously monitoring
the amount of moisture in the load. The lights will continue until the dryer senses a low level of moisture in the load. At that point, the dryer will calculate and display the approximate time remaining.
My Cycle (on some models) To save a favorite cycle, set the desired settings and hold down the My Cycle button for 3 seconds. A beep will sound to indicate the cycle has been saved.
To change the saved cycle, set the desired settings and hold down the My Cycle button for 3 seconds.
To use your custom cycle, press the My Cycle button before drying a load.
About dryer features. Drum Lamp The drum lamp comes on automatically when the door is opened. Before replacing the light bulb, be sure to unplug the dryer power cord or disconnect the dryer at the household distribution panel by removing the fuse or switching off the circuit breaker. Reach above dryer opening from inside the drum. Remove the bulb and replace with the same size bulb.
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Loading and using the dryer.
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Always follow the fabric manufacturer’s care label when laundering.
Fabric Care Labels Below are fabric care label “symbols” that affect the clothing you will be laundering.
WASH LABELS
Machine wash cycle
Normal
Front load target water temperature
Permanent Press/ wrinkle resistant Category Tap Cold Cold Warm Hot Sanitize
Gentle/ delicate
Hand wash
Do not wash
Target Water Temperature Inlet Water Temperature 27°C/80°F 40°C/105°F 50°C/120°F 70°C/160°F
Do not wring
Automatic Temperature Control Not used Used Used Used Used
DRY LABELS
Tumble dry Dry
Normal
Permanent Press/ wrinkle resistant
Gentle/ delicate
Do not dry Do not tumble dry (used with do not wash)
Heat setting High
Special instructions
Medium
Line dry/ hang to dry
Low
Drip dry
No heat/air
Dry flat
In the shade
BLEACH LABELS
Bleach symbols
Any bleach (when needed)
Only non-chlorine bleach (when needed)
Do not bleach
Sorting and Loading Hints As a general rule, if clothes are sorted properly for the washer, they are sorted properly for the dryer. Try also to sort items according to size. For example, do not dry a sheet with socks or other small items. Do not add fabric softener sheets once the load has become warm. They may cause fabric softener stains. Bounce® Fabric Conditioner Dryer Sheets have been approved for use in all GE Appliances dryers when used in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.
Do not overload. This wastes energy and causes wrinkling. Do not dry the following items: fiberglass items, woolens, rubber-coated items, plastics, items with plastic trim and foam-filled items.
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Care and Cleaning of the Dryer. The Exterior: Wipe or dust any spills or washing compounds with a damp cloth. Dryer control panel and finishes may be damaged by some laundry pretreatment soil and stain remover products. Apply these products away from the dryer. The fabric may then be washed and dried normally. Damage to your dryer caused by these products is not covered by your warranty. The Lint Filter: Clean the lint filter before each use. Pull out the lint filter. Moisten your fingers and remove the captured lint. Once clean, slide the filter back into position. Have a qualified technician vacuum the lint from the dryer once a year. NEVER OPERATE THE DRYER WITHOUT ITS FILTER IN PLACE. Stainless Steel: To clean stainless steel surfaces use a damp cloth with a mild, non-abrasive cleaner suitable for stainless steel surfaces. Remove the cleaner residue and then dry with a clean cloth. The stainless steel used to make the dryer drum provides the highest reliability available in a GE Appliances dryer. If the dryer drum should be scratched or dented during normal use, the drum will not rust or corrode. These surface blemishes will not affect the function or durability of the drum. Dryer Interior and Duct: The interior of the appliance and exhaust duct should be cleaned once a year by qualified service personnel.
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The Exhaust Duct: Inspect and clean the exhaust ducting at least once a year to prevent clogging. A partially clogged exhaust can lengthen the drying time. Follow these steps:
1 Turn off electrical supply by disconnecting the plug from the wall socket.
2 Disconnect the duct from the dryer. 3 Vacuum the duct with the hose attachment and reconnect the duct.
The Exhaust Hood: Check with a mirror that the inside flaps of the hood move freely when operating. Make sure that there is no wildlife (birds, insects, etc.) nesting inside the duct or hood.
Venting the dryer.
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For the best drying performance, the dryer needs to be properly vented. The dryer will use more energy and run longer if it is not vented to the below specifications. Carefully follow the details on Exhausting in the Installation Instructions.
WARNING
- Fire Hazard
This dryer MUST be exhausted to the outdoors. Use only 4” rigid metal ducting for the home exhaust duct. Use only 4” rigid metal or UL-listed dryer transition duct to connect the dryer to the home exhaust. DO NOT use a plastic vent. DO NOT exhaust into a chimney, kitchen exhaust, gas vent, wall, ceiling, attic, crawl space, or concealed space of a building. DO NOT install a screen in or over the exhaust duct. DO NOT install a booster fan in the exhaust duct. DO NOT use duct longer than specified in the exhaust length table. Failure to follow these instructions can result in death or fire.
Correct Venting
Incorrect Venting
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Connecting Inlet Hoses. To produce steam, the dryer must connect to the cold water supply. Since the washer must also connect to the cold water, a “Y” connector is inserted to allow both inlet hoses to make that connection at the same time. NOTE: Use the new inlet hoses provided; never use old hoses.
Connect to Cold Water Supply (on some models) “Y” Connector
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Turn the cold water faucet off. Remove the washer inlet hose from the washer fill valve connector (cold).
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Ensure the rubber flat washer is in place and attach one female coupling of the short hose onto the washer fill valve connector. Tighten by hand until firmly seated.
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Attach one male end of the “Y” connector to the other female coupling of the short hose. Ensure the rubber flat washer is in place. Tighten by hand until firmly seated.
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Insert the filter screen in the coupling of the washer’s inlet hose. If a rubber flat washer is already in place remove it before installing the filter screen. Attach this coupling to one male end of the ‘’Y’’ connector. Tighten by hand until firmly seated.
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Ensure the rubber flat washer is in place and attach the dryer’s long inlet hose to one male end of the ‘’Y’’ connector. Tighten by hand until firmly seated.
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Ensure the rubber flat washer is in place and attach the other end of the dryer’s long inlet hose to the fill valve connector at the bottom of the dryer back panel. Tighten by hand until firmly seated.
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Using pliers, tighten all the couplings with an additional two–thirds turn. NOTE: Do not overtighten. Damage to the couplings may result.
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Turn the water faucet on.
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Check for leaks around the ‘’Y’’ connector, faucet and hose couplings.
Reversing the door swing.
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IMPORTANT NOTES: Read the instructions all the way through before starting. Handle parts carefully to avoid scratching paint. Set screws down by their related parts to avoid using them in the wrong places. Provide a non-scratching work surface for the door.
IMPORTANT: Once you begin, do not move the cabinet until door-swing reversal is completed. These instructions are for changing the hinges from the right side to the left VLGH³LI\RXHYHUZDQWWRVZLWFKWKHP back to the right side, follow these same instructions and reverse all references to the left and right.
Normal completion time to reverse the door swing is 30–60 minutes.
TOOLS YOU WILL NEED
Putty Knife or Thin-Blade Screwdriver
Phillips Head Screwdriver
DOOR PARTS
5 - # 8 Screws (door asm and front panel)
8 - # 10 Screws (inner door, outer ring & hinge cover)
Plastic Cover Hinge Assembly
4 - # 8 Screws (strike plate) 5 - Beauty Buttons
4 - # 8 Machine Screws (inner door & hinge)
Hinge Cover
STEP-BY-STEP INSTRUCTIONS Before You Start 1. Unplug the dryer from its electrical outlet.
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Reversing the door swing. STEP-BY-STEP INSTRUCTIONS (cont.) Remove Door Assembly 2. Open the door to approximately 130 degrees.
3. Remove the 4 screws starting from the bottom to the top. Make sure the door is supported while removing the screws. Remove
Top Screw
4. Loosen the top screw as shown. Unhook the door by lifting and pulling.
8-#10 Tapping Screws
2 Beauty Buttons
5. Place the door on a soft protected flat surface so the inner door faces upward (door resting on handle side). Remove the 8 tapping screws located around the perimeter of the door outlining the gasket. Remove the 4 machine screws.
4-# 8 Machine Tapping Screws Outer Door Assembly
Remove Hinge and Cover IMPORTANT: Note the location of the hinge (left or right) before removing. 6. With the screws removed, turn the door over and separate the outer door assembly and hinge cover of the door from the door frame and set aside.
Hinge Assembly
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Hinge Cover
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STEP-BY-STEP INSTRUCTIONS (cont.) Reinstall Hinge Assembly 7. Install the hinge assembly in the opposite side of the door as shown. Push the hinge assembly in place until the hinge holes align with the door holes.
Machine screws
8. Hold the hinge and door on their side with one hand and fasten the 4 machine screws as shown.
Machine screws
Reinstall Hinge Cover 9. Insert the hinge cover. Align the hinge cover holes with the holes in the door.
Hinge Cover
10. Secure the hinge cover with 2 taping screws.
Tapping Screws
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Reversing the door swing. STEP-BY-STEP INSTRUCTIONS (cont.) Outer Door
Reassemble Door Assembly IMPORTANT: Make sure there is no dirt or any other foreign material in between the window panes. 11. Place the plastic outer door onto the inner door. Make sure that the handle part of the outer door is opposite the hinge as shown.
Inner Door
12. Turn the door over and fasten the outer door to the inner door using the 6 tapping screws.
Move Strike Bracket Beauty Buttons
Tapping Screws
Partially Inserted Screw
Tighten All Screws
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13. Using a putty knife or any other flat tool, remove the 5 beauty buttons located on the dryer where the door will be installed and install them on the opposite side.
14. Switch the strike bracket and its cover to the opposite side by removing the screws. Reinstall both on the opposite side.
Reinstall Door Assembly 15. The door is now ready to be installed on the dryer. To ease this step, the hinge has keyholes that allow a partially fastened screw to be used as a hook. Partially fasten a screw to the uppermost screw hole. Hook the door on the partially fastened screw. Fasten the hinge by installing the other 4 screws and tightening the partially fastened screw above.
Stacking.
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BEFORE YOU BEGIN Read these instructions completely and carefully. IMPORTANT: Save these instructions for local electrical inspector’s use.
Note to Consumer – Keep these instructions for future reference.
IMPORTANT: Observe all governing codes and ordinances.
Installation must be performed by a qualified installer.
Note to Installer – Be sure to leave these instructions with the Consumer.
Proper installation is the responsibility of the installer.
FOR YOUR SAFETY
WARNING! Electric Shock Hazard. Disconnect power before installing. Failure to do so could result in serious injury or death. Potential Personal Injury. When stacking the dryer, more than two people are recommended to lift the dryer into position because of its weight and size. Failure to do so could result in personal injury or death.
When stacking the dryer, avoid tipping and rupture of utility services. Dryer must be securely attached to the washer. DO NOT place the washer on top of the dryer. Failure to do so could result in personal injury/death or property damage. Mobile Home or Manufactured Home Installation – Stacking of a gas dryer is not permitted in a mobile home or manufactured home.
MINIMUM CLEARANCE OTHER THAN ALCOVE OR CLOSET INSTALLATION Minimum clearance to combustible surfaces and for air opening are: 0s both sides and 3s rear. Consideration must be given to provide adequate clearance for installation and service.
ALCOVE OR CLOSET INSTALLATION The dryer MUST be vented to the outdoors. Refer to dryer Installation Instructions for details. Minimum clearance between dryer cabinet and adjacent walls or other surfaces is: 0s either side 3s front 3s rear 1s top
Closet doors must be louvered or otherwise ventilated and have at least 60 square inches of open area. If the closet contains both a washer and a dryer, doors must contain a minimum of 120 square inches of open area. NOTE: WHEN THE EXHAUST DUCT IS LOCATED IN THE REAR OF THE DRYER, THE CONFIGURATION OF THE DUCTING MAY REQUIRE GREATER THAN 3” OF REAR CLEARANCE.
Consideration must be given to provide adequate clearance for installation and service.
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Stacking. KIT CONTENTS (optional kit GE Appliances FL STACK)
Right Hand Bracket
4 Rubber Pads
Left Hand Bracket
4 #12 x 1” Screws
4 #8 x 1/2” Screws
TOOLS YOU WILL NEED
Phillips Screwdriver
Pliers
Open-Ended Wrench
INSTALLATION PREPARATION Remove the packaging. Flatten the product carton to use as a pad to lay the dryer down on its side. Continue using the carton to protect the finished floor in front of the installation location.
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Gloves
Level
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INSTALLING THE STACK BRACKET KIT 1. Remove the Dryer Leveling Legs A. Carefully lay the dryer on its side. Use the packing material so you don’t scratch the finish on the dryer. B. Use an open-end wrench or pliers to remove the dryer leveling legs.
Back out and remove all 4 leveling legs
2. Install Rubber Pads to Dryer Base Locate the 4 rubber pads in the parts package. Remove the adhesive backing and firmly place over on the bracket where you removed the leveling legs.
3. Install Bracket to Dryer A. Align the holes in the left bracket with the holes in the bottom left corner of the dryer. Use a Phillips screwdriver to install the 2 #12 x 1s tapping screws. B. Repeat the above step with the right bracket on the bottom right corner of the dryer.
C. Set the dryer upright. NOTE: Make sure to set the dryer on a piece of packing material so the brackets that are attached to the bottom of the dryer do not damage the floor.
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Stacking. INSTALLING THE STACK BRACKET KIT (cont.) 4. Prepare the Washer and Dryer A. Place the washer in the approximate location. B. Make sure the washer is level. Refer to washer Installation Instructions for details.
C. Reverse dryer door swing if desired. See dryer Installation Instructions for details. NOTE: The washer door swing is not reversible.
5. Install Dryer and Bracket on Washer A. Lift the dryer on top of the washer. Be careful not to scratch the top of the washer with the brackets. Protect the washer control panel with cardboard or other protection. Be sure to lift the dryer high enough to clear the washer control panel.
B. Align the holes in the bracket with the holes in the back of the washer. Using a Phillips screwdriver, attach the 2 #8 x 1/2s tapping screws. Repeat on both sides of the washer.
WARNING!
Potential Personal Injury. More than two people are recommended to lift the dryer into position because of its weight and size. Failure to do so could result in personal injury or death.
6. Finalize the Installation A. Refer to the washer Installation Instructions to complete the washer installation.
Place hands here Place hands here
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B. Refer to the dryer Installation Instructions to complete the dryer installation. C. Carefully slide or walk the stacked washer and dryer into place. Use felt pads or other sliding device to assist moving and to protect flooring.
WARNING!
Potential Personal Injury. Do not push on the dryer once installed to top of the washer. Pushing on the dryer may result in pinched fingers.
Before you call for service…
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Troubleshooting Tips Save time and money! Review the charts on the following pages, or visit GEAppliances.com. You may not need to call for service. PROBLEM
Possible Causes
What To Do
Dryer shakes or makes noise
Some shaking/noise is normal. Dryer may be sitting unevenly
• Move dryer to an even floor space, or adjust leveling legs as necessary until even.
Clothes take too long to dry
Improper or obstructed ducting
• Check the Installation Instructions to make sure the dryer venting is correct. • Make sure ducting is clean, free of kinks and unobstructed. • Check to see if outside wall damper operates easily.
Improper sorting
• Separate heavy items from lightweight items (generally, a well-sorted washer load is a well-sorted dryer load).
Large loads of heavy fabrics (like beach towels)
• Large, heavy fabrics contain more moisture and take longer to dry. Separate large, heavy fabrics into smaller loads to speed drying time.
Controls improperly set
• Match control settings to the load you are drying.
Lint filter is full
• Clean lint filter before every load.
Blown fuses or tripped circuit breaker
• Replace fuses or reset circuit breakers. Since most dryers use 2 fuses/breakers, make sure both are operating.
Overloading/combining loads
• Do not put more than one washer load in the dryer at a time.
Underloading
• If you are drying only one or two items, add a few items to ensure proper tumbling.
Load consists of a mixture of heavy and light fabrics
• When combining heavy and light fabrics in a load, choose More Dry if you are using a sensor cycle.
Exhaust system is blocked
• Inspect and clean exhaust system.
Controls accidentally put in service mode
• Press Power.
Controls accidentally put in lock mode
• Hold the Lock button for 3 seconds to unlock the dryer.
Controls performed an incorrect operation
• Reset the in-house breaker.
Control panel is “asleep”
• This is normal. Press Power to activate the control panel.
Dryer is unplugged
• Make sure the dryer plug is pushed completely into the outlet.
Fuse is blown/circuit breaker is tripped
• Check the building’s fuse/circuit breaker box and replace fuse or reset breaker. NOTE: Electric dryers use two fuses or breakers.
Dryer was accidentally paused when starting Delay Dry
• If the light on the Delay Dry pad is flashing, the dryer is paused. Press Start to restart the countdown.
Dryer is continuously monitoring the amount of moisture in the clothes
• This is normal. When the dryer senses a low level of moisture in the load, the dryer will display the dry time remaining.
The DRY dryness level was chosen but load is still damp
Control pads not responding
Dryer doesn’t start
No numbers displayed during cycle, only lights
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Before you call for service… PROBLEM
Possible Causes
What To Do
Time Remaining jumped to a lower number
The estimated time may change when a smaller load than usual is drying
• This is normal.
Cannot make a selection and the dryer beeps twice
The DRYNESS Level, Temp or OPTION that you are trying to select is incompatible with the chosen dry cycle
• This is normal.
Dryer is running but 0:00 is displayed in Time Remaining
The Extended Tumble option was chosen
• This is normal. During extended tumble, the time remaining is not displayed. The Extended Tumble option lasts approximately 60 minutes.
Clean Lint Filter (message) Power button was activated
• Press Start to begin a dry cycle and the message will disappear.
Dryer doesn’t heat
Fuse is blown/circuit breaker is tripped; the dryer may tumble but not heat
• Check the building’s fuse/circuit breaker box and replace both fuses or reset both breakers. Your dryer may tumble if only one fuse is blown or one breaker tripped.
Gas service is off
• Make sure gas shutoff at dryer and main shutoff are fully open.
LP gas supply tank is empty or there has been a utility interruption of natural gas (gas models)
• Refill or replace tank. Dryer should heat when utility service is restored.
Type of heat
• Drying time will vary according to the type of heat used. If you recently changed from an electric to a gas (natural or LP) dryer, or vice versa, the drying time could be different.
Type of load and drying conditions
• The load size, types of fabric, wetness of clothes and the length and condition of the exhaust system will affect drying times.
Glow at the rear of the drum
Heaters behind the drum
• This is normal. Under certain drying conditions and room ambient lighting, the glow of the heaters may be visible at the rear of the drum.
Clothes are still wet and dryer shut off after a short time
The door was opened mid-cycle. • A dry cycle must be reselected each time a new load The load was then removed from is put in. the dryer and a new load put in without selecting a new cycle
Inconsistent drying times
Clothes are wrinkled
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Small load
• When drying 3 items or less, choose Speed Dry or Time Dry.
Load was already dry except for collars and waistbands
• Choose Speed Dry or Time Dry to dry damp collars and waistbands. In the future, when drying a load with collars and waistbands, choose More Dry.
Dryer is not level
• Move dryer to an even floor space or adjust leveling legs as necessary until even.
Overdrying
• Select a shorter drying time. • Remove items while they still hold a slight amount of moisture. Select a Less Dry or Damp setting.
Letting items sit in dryer after cycle ends
• Remove items when cycle ends and fold or hang immediately, or use the Extended Tumble option.
Overloading
• Separate large loads into smaller ones.
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Possible Causes
Clothes shrink
Some fabrics will naturally shrink • To avoid shrinkage, follow garment care labels exactly. when washed. Others can be • Some items may be pressed back into shape after drying. safely washed, but will shrink • If you are concerned about shrinkage in a particular in the dryer item, do not machine wash or tumble dry it.
Greasy spots on clothes
Improper use of fabric softener
• Follow directions on fabric softener package.
Drying dirty items with clean ones
• Use your dryer to dry only clean items. Dirty items can stain clean items and the dryer.
Clothes were not completely clean
• Sometimes stains which cannot be seen when the clothes are wet appear after drying. Use proper washing procedures before drying.
Lint filter is full
• Clean lint screen before each load.
Improper sorting
• Sort lint producers (like chenille) from lint collectors (like corduroy).
Static electricity can attract lint
• See suggestions in this section under STATIC.
Overloading
• Separate large loads into smaller ones.
Paper, tissue, etc., left in pockets
• Empty all pockets before laundering clothes.
No fabric softener was used
• Try a fabric softener.
Lint on clothes
Static occurs
What To Do
• Bounce® Fabric Conditioner Dryer Sheets have been approved for use in all GE Appliances dryers when used in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions. Overdrying
• Try a fabric softener. • Adjust setting to Less Dry or Damp.
Synthetics, permanent press and blends can cause static
• Try a fabric softener.
Collars and waistbands still wet at end of cycle
The dryness monitor senses that the body of the clothes is dry
• Choose Speed Dry or Time Dry to dry damp collars and waistbands. In the future, when drying a load with collars and waistbands, choose More Dry.
Slight variation in metallic color
This is normal
• Due to the metallic properties of paint used for this unique product, slight variations of color may occur due to viewing angles and lighting conditions.
Door is too foggy to see clothes during a steam cycle
Steam condenses on inner door
• This is normal.
Water seen on inside of door and top of lint filter when opening door after steam cycle
Steam condenses on these surfaces
• This is normal.
Small areas on clothes are Steam condenses on inner drum damp after steam cycle
• If using the Steam DeWrinkle cycle, manually reduce the cycle time.
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Before you call for service… PROBLEM
Possible Causes
What To Do
Small amount of water on floor in front of dryer
Inadequate load size for steam cycle selected, excess steam condenses inside cabinet and leaks out
• If using the Steam DeWrinkle cycle, manually reduce cycle time.
Water on floor in back of dryer
Loose water hose connection to valve
• Tighten connection.
Hose missing rubber washer at connection with valve
• Install rubber washer provided with hose.
Water drips from door when opened after a Steam Cycle
Steam condenses on inner door
• This is normal.
Cannot see steam at beginning of cycle
Steam released at different time in cycle
• This is normal.
Cannot see steam at any time during the cycle
The steam nozzle might be clogged with debris from your water supply
• Call 800.GE.CARES to order nozzle replacement kit WE25M71 or to request a service technician to replace this for you.
Garments still wrinkled after steam cycle
Too many garments
• Load fewer garments; manually increase time.
Dryer continues to tumble after display says 0:00
Extended Tumble option was selected
• Ensure Extended Tumble option is not selected.
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Notes.
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GE Dryer Warranty. All warranty service provided by our Factory Service Centers, or an authorized Customer Care® technician. To schedule service, on-line, visit us at GEAppliances.com, or call 800. GE.CARES (800.432.2737).
Staple your receipt here. Proof of the original purchase date is needed to obtain service under the warranty.
Please have serial number and model number available when calling for service.
For The Period Of: We Will Replace: One Year From the date of the original purchase
Any part of the dryer which fails due to a defect in materials or workmanship. During this limited one-year warranty, GE Appliances will also provide, free of charge, all labor and related service costs to replace the defective part.
What Is Not Covered: Service trips to your home to teach you how to use the product. Improper installation, delivery or maintenance. Failure of the product if it is abused, misused or used for other than the intended purpose or used commercially. Replacement of house fuses or resetting of circuit breakers. Damage to the product caused by accident, fire, floods or acts of God.
Damage caused after delivery. Product not accessible to provide required service. Replacement of the light bulb after its expected useful life. Defects or damage due to operation in freezing temperatures. Products which are not defective or broken, or which are working as described in the Owner’s Manual.
Incidental or consequential damage caused by possible defects with this appliance.
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